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Hughes Mountain Trail


Highlights:

spectacular views, interesting rock formations
Near:Irondale, MO
Scenery:
Distance:0.6 miles round trip
Elevation Gain:265 ft
Hike Time:0.5 hours
Difficulty:Moderate
Trail Condition:OK, but a few difficult spots
HikeType:Out and Back


Summary: The trail gains 250 feet over the .5 mile trail. The incline is a gradual rise with some level spots along the way. The trail does circle the Mountain top, but it is poorly marked, most people just go to the top and back down.
Trailhead: From the Park Hill/Desloge exit go west 5miles to state road M. Drive 8.5 until you see the Mo. Dept. of Conservation sign, turn here, go .3 to parking. (Lat:37.79806 Lon:-90.70904)
Trail Guides for Hughes Mountain Trail:
Missouri Conservation Atlas
by Mo. Dept. of Conservation (Mo. Dept. of Conservation)

Missouri Conservation Atlas
by Mo. Dept. of Conservation (Mo. Dept. of Conservation)

Missouri Conservation Atlas
by Mo. Dept. of Conservation (Mo. Dept. of Conservation)

Best Seasons: Fall, Spring, Summer,
User Groups: Hikers, Dogs,
Ranger Contact: Missouri Dept. of Conservation 314-368-2225

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